Psalm Chapter 73 - A Psalm of Asaph

Psalm 73 KJV - Reflection on the Prosperity of the Wicked

In this episode, we explore Psalm 73 from the King James Version of the Bible, penned by Asaph. This psalm reflects on the seeming prosperity of the wicked and the envy it arouses in the righteous. Witness how Asaph's perspective shifts after entering the sanctuary of God, understanding the ultimate fate of the wicked, and reaffirming his trust in God's guidance and strength. Accompanied by a beautiful sound design and soundtrack, this passage is a profound meditation on faith, righteousness, and divine justice. The themes of Psalm 73 have also inspired classical music compositions, adding a deeper layer of reflection for listeners.

00:00 Introduction to Psalm 73
00:23 Struggles with Envy and Injustice
00:35 The Prosperity of the Wicked
01:15 Questioning God's Knowledge
01:48 Realization in the Sanctuary
01:55 The Downfall of the Wicked
02:18 Personal Reflection and Trust in God
03:01 Conclusion: Drawing Near to God

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Psalm 73

- A Psalm of Asaph

Truly God is good to Israel, even
to such as are of a clean heart.

But as for me, my feet were almost
gone; my steps had well nigh slipped.

For I was envious at the foolish, when
I saw the prosperity of the wicked.

For there are no bands in their
death: but their strength is firm.

They are not in trouble as other men;
neither are they plagued like other men.

Therefore pride compasseth
them about as a chain; violence

covereth them as a garment.

Their eyes stand out with fatness:
they have more than heart could wish.

They are corrupt, and speak wickedly
concerning oppression: they speak loftily.

They set their mouth against
the heavens, and their tongue

walketh through the earth.

Therefore his people return
hither: and waters of a full

cup are wrung out to them.

And they say, How doth God know?

and is there knowledge in the most High?

Behold, these are the ungodly, who prosper
in the world; they increase in riches.

Verily I have cleansed my heart in
vain, and washed my hands in innocency.

For all the day long have I been
plagued, and chastened every morning.

If I say, I will speak thus;
behold, I should offend against

the generation of thy children.

When I thought to know this,
it was too painful for me;

Until I went into the sanctuary of
God; then understood I their end.

Surely thou didst set them in
slippery places: thou castedst

them down into destruction.

How are they brought into
desolation, as in a moment!

they are utterly consumed with terrors.

As a dream when one awaketh;
so, O Lord, when thou awakest,

thou shalt despise their image.

Thus my heart was grieved,
and I was pricked in my reins.

So foolish was I, and ignorant:
I was as a beast before thee.

Nevertheless I am continually with thee:
thou hast holden me by my right hand.

Thou shalt guide me with thy counsel,
and afterward receive me to glory.

Whom have I in heaven but thee?

and there is none upon earth
that I desire beside thee.

My flesh and my heart faileth:
but God is the strength of my

heart, and my portion for ever.

For, lo, they that are far from thee
shall perish: thou hast destroyed

all them that go a whoring from thee.

But it is good for me to draw near to
God: I have put my trust in the Lord

God, that I may declare all thy works.